Pasta Caprese

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly simple, Pasta Caprese is the perfect celebration of summer flavors in a bowl. This quick and easy recipe combines tender penne or fusilli with sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil, all brought together with garlic-infused extra virgin olive oil. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a satisfying yet light pasta dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a tangy-sweet finish, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you're craving a taste of Italy or looking for a fresh twist on pasta night, this Pasta Caprese is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Pasta (penne or fusilli)
• 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 200 grams Fresh mozzarella
• 15 grams Fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, halve the cherry tomatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Dice the fresh mozzarella into small bite-sized cubes and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Chop or tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces (reserve a few whole leaves for garnish) and add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Mince the garlic cloves and sauté them in the olive oil until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the bowl with the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Drizzle the garlic-infused olive oil over the pasta and toss everything gently to combine.

Step 7

Season the pasta with salt and black pepper to taste. If the mixture looks a bit dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to help bring everything together.

Step 8

Divide the Pasta Caprese into serving bowls. Garnish with the reserved basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(838.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1516.2

Total Fat 86.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 130mg	0%
Sodium 3785.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.2g
Protein 68.1g	0%

Vitamin D 32IU	0%
Calcium 1479.2mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1068.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 31.8%